The Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast
Latest Episode
The 2025 season brings new hosts to the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast! Yvette Hampton is joined by Aby Rinella, Meeke Addison, Kristi Clover, and Cindy West, to share Biblical homeschooling, parenting, and family discipleship encouragement and advice. Guests include cast members from the the feature-length documentary, Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution, speakers, authors, pastors, educators, curriculum publishers, and REAL moms and dads with families and stories just like yours. Each show shares practical advice to help point our children to Christ, build a solid Biblical worldview, teach effectively, preserve our marriages, manage our homes, and approach child-rearing and discipline issues with a heart-centered focus that will result in confident, biblically-minded, wise, well-balanced adults.
Teaching Bible: A Guide for Homeschool Families – Kim Sorgius Jones (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Dive into the vital topic of teaching Bible, with our special guest, Kim Sorgius Jones from Not Consumed Ministries. Kim joins Yvette Hampton, to discuss the essentials of Bible study and to explain why it's crucial to go from simple Bible reading to intentional Bible study, how to avoid common pitfalls. Kim shares practical advice for making Bible study a rewarding experience for you your kids, no matter where you are in your spiritual journey. This is the ultimate guide for homeschooling parents committed to imparting strong biblical values to their children. 🙏📖
Teaching Art: From Crafts to Fine Art – Courtney Sanford (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton sits down with Courtney Sanford from the Delightful Art Company to discuss how to seamlessly integrate art into your homeschool routine. Learn the difference between art and crafts, discover the best art supplies to get started, and hear practical advice on making art a meaningful and enjoyable part of your child’s education. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned homeschoolers, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips!
Teaching STEM: Preparing Students for the Modern Workforce – Robert Walsh (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Dive into the world of STEM education with Yvette Hampton and Robert Walsh from Excalibur Solutions STEM Academy. Robert and Yvette discuss the benefits and complexities of teaching STEM in a homeschooling environment. Discover why incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is more accessible than you think! 🌟 Learn all about integrated learning approaches, why STEM is essential, and how to get started with free tools like Scratch and Tinkercad.
Teaching Language Arts - Andrew Pudewa (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Andrew Pudewa joins Yvette Hampton to dive into the essentials of teaching Language Arts in our Homeschooling Every Subject Series. Learn effective strategies for teaching reading, understanding developmental readiness, and the importance of phonics. Perfect for every homeschool parent looking to confidently teach their child to read!
Teaching Music: Enhancing Learning Through Music Education – Andrew Pudewa (Homeschooling Every Subject)
🎻✨ Yvette Hampton sits down with Andrew Pudewa, for our Homeschooling Every Subject Series, to discuss the profound impact of music education on language and cognitive development. Learn how intentional and focused listening can enhance children's learning and communication skills.🎹📖
Health and PE: Why Fitness Matters - Monica Swanson (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton welcomes Monica Swanson back to discuss the crucial yet often overlooked subjects of Health and Physical Education (PE) in homeschooling. Monica shares valuable insights, drawing from her background in sports medicine, physical therapy, and experience as a PE teacher. Learn why these subjects are vital for your child's development and how to seamlessly integrate them into your daily homeschooling routine. Discover practical tips, biblical perspectives, and the importance of staying active from kindergarten through high school. Learn how to get your kids moving, the types of exercises that are best, and how to make health and wellness a priority in your homeschool curriculum.
Teaching Science: Harmonizing Faith with Facts – David Rives (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Yvette Hampton chats with David Rives, founder and CEO of the Wonders Center and Science Museum, about teaching science from a biblical perspective. David shares his journey from being homeschooled to leading one of the largest creation science ministries in the world. Discover how science and faith intersect as we explore topics like astrophotography, fossil hunting, and animal biology. Learn practical tips on how to homeschool science while integrating the truth of God’s Word, making science an exciting discovery of God's creation. children.
Teaching History: Why it Matters – Linda Lacour Hobar (Homeschooling Every Subject)
Join Yvette Hampton and Linda Lacour Hobar on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast as they explore the vital role of history in homeschooling. In this enlightening episode of our Homeschooling Every Subject series, Linda, author of The Mystery of History, sheds light on why understanding the past is crucial for our children's education and offers practical insights into integrating history into your homeschooling curriculum. Discover how history reveals the fallen nature of mankind, informs our voting decisions, and is an essential part of high school education.
Heart Schooling: From Homeschooling to Discipleship - Leslie Nunnery
Yvette Hampton chats with Leslie Nunnery about her insightful book, "Heart School: How Amazing Parents Become Excellent Home Educators." Learn how to create a harmonious, Christ-centered homeschool environment and uncover strategies for balancing order and joy in your homeschool. Perfect for parents seeking to disciple their children with a biblical foundation while enjoying every moment of the homeschooling adventure.
The Biblical Role of Grandparents – Dr. Josh Mulvihill (Family Series)
Dr. Josh Mulvihill joins Yvette to talk about the blessing of grandparents. What does the Bible say about a grandparent's role, and how can grandparents be a blessing to homeschool families?
Loving Nature Study - Cindy West
Cindy West is back on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast with Yvette Hampton to discuss the benefits and joys of nature studies. In this episode we discuss why Cindy says "nature study IS science," how nature study impacts children, how to do nature study with multiple ages and what to do if a child (or a parent) doesn't love taking nature walks and nature journaling?
50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home - Dr. Josh Mulvihill
While parenting is a joy-filled blessing, it can also be hard. How do we take our kids from childhood to adulthood in 18 short years and then send them off with the confidence that we have taught them well and done our very best to prepare them for a life of serving Christ? Yvette Hampton talks with Dr. Josh Mulvihill, author of the new book every parent should read, 50 Things Every Child Needs to Know Before Leaving Home: Raising Children to Godly Adults. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss!
Aby Rinella‘s Testimony - Meet the Cast!
Aby Rinella shares her testimony and the story of how God has worked in her life for HIS glory! In this very special four-part "meet the cast" series you get to know Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella, host and co-host of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast.
Yvette Hampton‘s Testimony - Meet the Host
Yvette Hampton shares her testimony and the story of how God has worked in her life for HIS glory! In this very special four-part "meet the cast" series you get to know Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella, host and co-host of the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast.
Homeschooling and Adoption - Jessica Mullen
Yvette Hampton and homeschool mom, Jessica Mullen discuss the great blessings of adoption and homeschooling.
Jessica is a homeschooling mom of two and the founder of Option-Adoption.com, which offers hope to the abortion-minded by offering them the love of Jesus Christ and support to make one of he most important decisions of their life.
Homeschooling in Russia! - Andre Furmanov
Join Yvette Hampton as she speaks with Russian pastor and homeschool dad, Andre Furmanov.
Homeschooling and the Great Commission - Marisa Boonstra
Join Yvette Hampton and Marisa Boonstra as they discuss fulfilling the Great Commission in our children and how we can equip our kids with a Biblical Worldview through their education.
Why Homeschool? - Aby Rinella
What does the Bible say about training the hearts of our children? Join Yvette Hampton and Aby Rinella as they discuss what the Bible calls us to as parents, especially in regards to the day-to-day education of their children.
Making a Difference Through Homeschooling - Elizabeth Johnston, the Activist Mommy
Join Yvette Hampton and Elizabeth Johnston, The Activist Mommy, as they discuss the importance of impacting our culture for Christ through the advantages we have as homeschoolers. They also discuss the Day of Mourning, a pro-life rally, which took place in Albany, NY, in response to the recent abortion legislation passed in New York and signed by Governor, Andrew Cuomo.
Are Faith and Science Compatible? - Dr. Scott Hardin of Science Shepherd
Yvette Hampton and Dr. Scott Hardin discuss whether faith and science are compatible. Learn about how during the course of an in depth study of science at a university, Scott went from believing in evolution to believing in a Divine Creator and how that transformation has shaped him as a Christian and a homeschool dad.
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